Definition of gall - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
annoyancecause annoyance or irritation
- Her constant complaints galled him.
2.
physical irritationmake sore by rubbing or friction
- The tight shoes galled his feet.
3.
wear damageTECH. cause pitting on a surface due to frictionTECH.
- The machine parts galled during operation.
4.
dyeingDated impregnate with gallnuts in dyeingDated
- The fabric was galled to achieve a deep color.
Noun
1.
behaviorimpudence or boldness in behavior
- He had the gall to question her decision.
2.
plantTECH. abnormal growth on plants caused by insectsTECH.
- The oak tree was covered in galls caused by wasps..
3.
biologyDated digestive fluid stored in the gallbladderDated
- The doctor explained the role of gall in digestion.
4.
healthsore caused by rubbing or chafing
- The horse developed a gall from the saddle.
5.
bitternessbitter feeling of resentment
- She couldn't hide her gall after the unfair treatment.
Images of gall
abnormal growth on plants caused by insects
Expressions with gall
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having the nerve to do something shocking
She had the gall to demand an apology after insulting everyone.
expresses mild frustration or annoyance
Gall dang, I forgot my keys again!
growth on oak trees caused by insect larvae
The oak gall on the branch was the size of a golf ball..
gall from Aleppo oak used for tannins
Aleppo gall is essential for making high-quality ink.
plant disease causing tumor-like growths
The apple tree was affected by crown gall.
small fly that forms galls on plants
The gall gnat laid eggs on the leaf.
small fly from the Cecidomyiidae family that causes plant galls
A gall midge laid eggs on the leaf.
small mite causing galls on plants
The gall mite infested the rose bush.
perennial herb with pinkish flowers and thick leaves
Gall of the earth grows thick leaves and pinkish flowers.
intestinal blockage caused by a gallstone
The patient was diagnosed with gall stone ileus after severe abdominal pain.
small wasp forming galls on plants
The gall wasp laid eggs on the oak tree.
feeling of deep bitterness and resentment
Her words were gall and wormwood to him.
Origin of gall
Old English, gealla (bile)
Terms with gall included in their meaning
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medical
pertaining to the gall bladder or urinary bladder
medical
state of having digestive issues from liver or gall bladder
gallstones
gall bladder inflammation due to gallstones
medical
inflammation of the gall bladder
diagnostic imaging
medical imaging of the gall bladder using contrast agent
nature
gall from an oak tree used for ink
biology
spherical oak gall from an oak gall wasp
plant
type of gall formed on oak trees
Examples of gall in a sentence
The unfair criticism galled the entire team. The rough fabric galled his skin after a long day. Continuous use of the tool galled the worker's hands. The constant use galled the metal surface. Improper lubrication caused the gears to gall. The wool was carefully galled for the desired shade.
Artisans galled the threads to enhance their vibrancy. She had the gall to interrupt the meeting. His gall in demanding a raise was shocking. The gardener noticed galls on the rose bushes. Galls formed on the leaves due to insect activity. The surgeon noted the presence of gall during the operation. Gall is essential for breaking down fats in the body. New boots gave him a painful gall. She padded the strap to prevent gall. His gall was evident in his harsh words. The gall she felt was hard to overcome.
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- French:agacer, culot, ...
- German:ärgern, Unverfrorenheit, ...
- Italian:irritare, sfacciataggine, ...
- Spanish:irritar, descaro, ...
- Portuguese:irritar, ousadia, ...
- Chinese:激怒, 无礼, ...
- Japanese:苛立たせる, 厚かましさ, ...
- Arabic:أَغاظ, وَقاحَة, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַרְגִּיז, חוּצְפָּה, ...
- Russian:раздражать, наглость, ...
- Ukrainian:дратувати, нахабство, ...
- Hindi:चिढ़ाना, धृष्टता, ...
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